New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions
Find the latest New York Casting Calls on Project Casting.
Production Types
Job Types
Skills
- New York
Job Description
A major commercial production is seeking real dentists and dental assistants for featured roles in an upcoming paid campaign. Casting directors are looking for authentic New York City locals with strong personalities and natural on-camera presence. This opportunity is ideal for real dental professionals interested in appearing in a commercial production.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear on camera in a major commercial campaign
- Portray authentic dental office interactions and environments
- Collaborate with the production team during filming
- Attend scheduled shoot dates and production activities
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production process
Requirements
Dentist Role
- Real dentist
- Age 50+
- Strong New York personality preferred
Dental Assistant Role
- Real dental assistant
- Any age
- Any ethnicity welcome
- Must be a New York City local
- Comfortable appearing on camera
- Professional dental industry experience required
Compensation
- Paid commercial opportunity
- Additional compensation details provided upon selection
Job Description
A major commercial production is casting NYC-based musicians for featured roles in an upcoming paid campaign. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with authentic musical abilities and strong on-camera presence for commercial musician roles. This opportunity is open to local New York City talent with experience playing instruments and performing naturally on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a featured musician in the commercial production
- Showcase instrumental performance skills on camera
- Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
- Attend scheduled shoot dates and production activities
- Maintain professionalism and preparedness throughout the production process
Requirements
Young Drummer
- Asian or Latino male
- Ages 18–25
- Must have drumming experience
Synth Player / Keyboardist
- Black male
- Age 30+
- Heavyset preferred
- Experience playing synth or keyboard required
Pianist
- Black male
- Age 45+
- African immigrant preferred
- Strong piano performance skills required
- Must be a New York City local
- Comfortable performing on camera
- Prior commercial or performance experience preferred but not required
Compensation
- Paid commercial opportunity
- Additional compensation details provided upon selection
Job Description
An independent production team is casting actors for an upcoming proof-of-concept web series titled Rats & Snakes. This sci-fi drama follows a struggling Queens janitor who uncovers a hidden reptilian species controlling society from within. Inspired by politically charged sci-fi thrillers, the series explores themes of awakening, control, and rebellion. Casting directors are seeking passionate performers with authentic screen presence for lead and supporting roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform scripted scenes for the web series production
- Collaborate with the director and creative team during filming
- Attend rehearsals, self-tape auditions, and scheduled shoot dates
- Deliver emotionally grounded and engaging performances on camera
- Contribute creatively to the development of the indie proof-of-concept series
Requirements
Malik Baume
- Male actor in his early 20s
- French ancestry preferred
- Quiet, observant, emotionally grounded personality
- Strong dramatic acting ability preferred
Jaylen “Jay” Jacobe
- Male actor in his early 20s
- Charismatic, confident, funny, and street-smart presence
- Strong natural chemistry with ensemble casts preferred
Nadia
- Female actor ages 18–26
- Guyanese or Caribbean talent preferred, but all ethnicities welcome
- Warm, intelligent, and emotionally grounded presence
Additional Roles
- Background actors
- Unique or creepy character faces
- Older authority-type characters
- Performers with distinctive screen presence
- Must submit headshots or recent photos
- Reel or self-tape preferred if available
- Include Instagram handle, age, and location with submission
Compensation
- Non-paid passion project
- Opportunity for exposure and long-term collaboration as the series expands
- Portfolio-building opportunity with an indie production team
Featured Models & Pole Dancers Casting Call for Concert Visuals
Job Description
A Grammy Award-winning artist is now casting featured models and pole dancers for upcoming concert visuals filming in New York. This high-profile production is seeking African American talent with unique, eccentric looks and strong on-camera presence for visually creative performance content. This is a great opportunity for models and dancers looking to work on a major music entertainment project while gaining exposure in the live performance and concert industry.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as a featured model or pole dancer in concert visual productions
- Follow creative direction from production and choreographers
- Participate in wardrobe fittings and production preparation
- Bring strong personality and confidence to camera performances
- Collaborate with the creative team during filming
Requirements
- African American talent ages 18–40
- Open to all genders for featured model roles
- Female talent for pole dancer roles
- Must have unique features or eccentric style
- Comfortable performing on camera
- Strong stage presence and confidence preferred
Compensation
- $500 session rate for 10–12 hours
- $250 fitting rate
- Total compensation up to $750
- Opportunity to work with a Grammy Award-winning artist
Job Description
A promotional staffing agency is seeking energetic and outgoing brand ambassadors for a beverage brand activation at a major music festival event. Selected talent will engage with festival attendees, represent the beverage brand professionally, and create a positive guest experience throughout the event. Candidates must submit an introductory video for consideration.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent the beverage brand at the festival activation
- Interact with attendees in a friendly and professional manner
- Promote brand messaging and engage consumers during the event
- Arrive on time and maintain professionalism throughout scheduled shifts
- Participate in promotional activities and event operations as directed
Requirements
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Outgoing personality and comfort engaging with large crowds
- Comfortable appearing in a video submission
- Prior promotional modeling or brand ambassador experience preferred
- Must provide a headshot, cell number, and shareable video submission link
- Reliable transportation and ability to attend all scheduled event dates
Compensation
- $36 per hour
- Parking reimbursement provided
Job Description
A G-Shock photo shoot is now casting Gen Z talent with cool, edgy, and unique looks in the New York City area. Casting directors are seeking individuals with standout personal style, including creative hairstyles, piercings, bold hair colors, accessories, and fashion-forward aesthetics. This is a paid opportunity for talent of all ethnicities and backgrounds.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in a G-Shock promotional photo shoot
- Showcase unique personal style and fashion-forward looks on camera
- Follow creative direction from the production and photography team
- Be available for a shoot lasting five hours or less
Requirements
- Gen Z talent with distinctive and trendy appearances
- Open to all ethnicities and types
- Unique features such as piercings, creative hairstyles, bold hair colors, accessories, and alternative fashion styles are encouraged
- Must be available to work in the New York City area
- Comfortable posing and participating in a fashion/lifestyle shoot
Compensation Details
- $250 for up to 5 hours or less
- Payment provided at wrap
Soccer Fan Trivia Contest Casting Call
Job Description
A sports entertainment production is now casting passionate soccer fans for a World Cup-themed trivia contest filming in New York City. Casting directors are seeking energetic fans who have authentic personal connections to countries participating in the contest, including family ties, heritage, or lived experience. This opportunity is ideal for soccer enthusiasts, sports personalities, and outgoing talent interested in appearing in a fun fan-focused production.
Job Responsibilities
- Represent a selected country during a soccer fan trivia contest
- Participate in on-camera trivia and fan interaction segments
- Bring enthusiasm, personality, and sports knowledge to filming
- Follow production direction during filming and competition activities
- Help create an exciting and authentic soccer fan atmosphere
Requirements
- Must be a passionate soccer fan
- Must have a real connection to one of the following countries: Argentina, France, Brazil, Spain, USA, Germany, England, Italy, Portugal, or The Netherlands
- Connections may include heritage, family ties, or having lived in the country
- Comfortable appearing on camera in a sports entertainment production
- Must provide social media handle and information about country connection with submission
- Available for filming in New York City required
Compensation
- Rate: $150 for approximately 3 hours
- Opportunity to appear in a sports entertainment production
- Gain on-camera experience in a fan-focused competition series
- Network with sports and entertainment industry professionals
Basketball Player Casting Call
Job Description
A student film production is now casting basketball players and athletes for an upcoming sports-themed project filming in the New York City area. Casting directors are seeking talented individuals with strong basketball backgrounds and authentic athletic presence for featured roles in the film. This opportunity is ideal for athletes, aspiring actors, and basketball players interested in gaining on-camera experience in a sports-focused production.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform as basketball players and athletes in a student film production
- Participate in basketball-related scenes and athletic performances on camera
- Follow direction from the production and creative teams during filming
- Bring authentic sports energy and teamwork to scenes
- Submit basketball and acting experience for casting consideration
Requirements
- Open to talent ages 18 and older
- Seeking high school-looking athletes and men ages 30–40
- Strong basketball experience or athletic background preferred
- Comfortable performing basketball activities on camera
- Must provide a current photo and contact information
- Acting experience is a plus but not required
- Must be available to work in the New York City area
Compensation
- Opportunity to appear in a sports-themed student film
- Gain on-camera and film production experience
- Build portfolio and acting experience in a basketball-focused project
- Networking opportunities within independent film and sports entertainment
Photo Double Casting Call
Job Description
A production is now casting a photo double for a principal male actor for an upcoming filming project involving on-camera fishing scenes. Casting directors are searching for a white male talent between the ages of 30–50 who is comfortable handling fish and working on a boat during production. This opportunity is ideal for background actors, stand-ins, and photo doubles with a natural look matching the lead actor’s appearance.
Job Responsibilities
- Serve as a photo double for a principal actor during filming
- Participate in on-camera fishing and boating scenes
- Handle fish comfortably while working on set
- Follow production direction during filming and setup
- Provide accurate sizing and appearance information for wardrobe and continuity purposes
Requirements
- White male talent ages 30–50
- Must be comfortable on boats and around water
- Comfortable handling real fish during filming
- Must submit recent photos including clear images of hands
- Include height, weight, clothing sizes, and shoe sizes with submission
- Must confirm SAG or non-SAG status
- Reliable availability for tentative shoot dates required
Compensation
- Paid opportunity for a professional production project
- Work as a featured photo double for a principal actor
- Gain experience on a professional film set
- Networking opportunities within the entertainment industry
Action Horror Film Casting Call
Job Description
An upcoming non-union action horror film is now casting actors for multiple paid roles in Central New York. This exciting indie film project is seeking performers ready to take on intense, action-packed characters in a dark world filled with cultists, gangsters, supernatural chaos, and brutal survival. Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply for this horror movie casting opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in action and horror scenes for an independent feature film
- Collaborate with directors and production staff during filming and rehearsals
- Portray dramatic, suspenseful, and high-energy characters on screen
- Attend in-person auditions or submit self-tape auditions if unable to attend
- Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set
Requirements
- Open to actors interested in action and horror film projects
- Must submit a headshot and resume for consideration
- Include preferred roles or character interests in submission
- Self-tape auditions accepted for remote applicants
- Comfortable performing in intense horror and action-themed scenes
- Professional attitude and availability for filming required
Compensation
- Paid acting roles available
- Compensation ranges from $100–$200 per day depending on role and experience
- Opportunity to work on an independent action horror feature film
- Exposure and networking opportunities within the film industry
Unlock Your Acting Potential: New York City Casting Calls and Auditions on Project Casting
New York City, often dubbed the “Big Apple,” is not only the largest city in the United States but also a global epicenter for the performing arts. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the bustling film and television studios, NYC offers a plethora of opportunities for actors at all stages of their careers. If you’re an aspiring actor looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional seeking new roles, Project Casting is your gateway to the city’s vibrant casting calls and auditions. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how Project Casting can help you navigate the competitive landscape of New York City’s entertainment industry.
Why New York City?
A Hub for Entertainment
New York City boasts a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic entertainment scene. It’s home to:
•Broadway Theater: The pinnacle of live theatrical performances.
•Film and Television Studios: Including Silvercup Studios and Kaufman Astoria Studios.
•Independent Film Scene: A thriving community of indie filmmakers.
•Commercial and Modeling Opportunities: Numerous advertising agencies and fashion shows.
The city’s diverse backdrop and iconic locations make it a favorite for filmmakers and producers, leading to constant demand for fresh talent.
Introducing Project Casting
What is Project Casting?
Project Casting is a leading online platform that connects actors, models, and other performers with casting calls and auditions across the United States. It offers a user-friendly interface where talent can find opportunities ranging from major film productions to local theater projects.
Why Use Project Casting for NYC Opportunities?
•Comprehensive Listings: Access a wide array of casting calls specific to New York City.
•Real-Time Updates: Stay informed about the latest auditions and opportunities.
•User-Friendly Search: Filter casting calls by type, location, and role requirements.
•Industry Insights: Gain valuable information on audition tips, industry trends, and networking events.
Navigating New York City Casting Calls on Project Casting
Setting Up Your Profile
To maximize your chances of landing a role, start by creating a compelling profile:
•Professional Headshots: Upload clear, high-quality photos.
•Resume: Include your acting experience, training, and special skills.
•Demo Reel: Showcase your talent through video clips of past performances.
Searching for Casting Calls
Use the platform’s search function to find opportunities:
1. Visit the Project Casting Website: Navigate to Project Casting.
2. Select Location: Choose “New York City” or specify boroughs like Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens.
3. Filter by Category: Select categories such as film, theater, commercials, or modeling.
4. Review Listings: Browse through the casting calls that match your criteria.
Understanding Casting Call Details
Each casting call provides essential information:
•Role Description: Details about the character, including age range, ethnicity, and personality traits.
•Project Type: Indicates whether it’s a film, commercial, theater production, etc.
•Audition Dates and Locations: Know when and where to show up.
•Submission Requirements: Instructions on how to apply, including materials to submit.
Tips for Success in NYC Auditions
Preparation is Key
•Research the Project: Understand the production’s tone, style, and context.
•Know Your Material: Memorize lines and be ready to perform with confidence.
•Dress Appropriately: Wear attire that fits the character without being a full costume.
Professionalism Matters
•Be Punctual: Arrive early to allow time for check-in and preparation.
•Bring Necessary Materials: Have extra copies of your headshot and resume.
•Positive Attitude: Maintain enthusiasm and courtesy throughout the process.
Networking Opportunities
Auditions are also a chance to network:
•Connect with Peers: Build relationships with other actors and industry professionals.
•Stay in Touch: Exchange contact information for future collaborations.
Unique Opportunities in New York City
Broadway and Off-Broadway Productions
Project Casting lists auditions for:
•Musicals and Plays: Opportunities to perform on some of the world’s most renowned stages.
•Workshops and Readings: Get involved in the development of new works.
Film and Television Roles
With numerous productions shooting in NYC, casting calls are plentiful:
•Major Studios: Auditions for films by prominent directors and producers.
•Independent Films: Opportunities to take on challenging roles in indie projects.
•Television Series: From network shows to streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu.
Commercials and Print Ads
The city’s advertising industry offers:
•Commercial Spots: Appear in national or regional advertisements.
•Modeling Gigs: Opportunities for print and digital campaigns.
Success Stories
Testimonials
•“Project Casting has been an invaluable resource. The platform is easy to use, and I’ve found numerous auditions that led to significant roles.” – Michael L., Actor
•“Being new to NYC, I didn’t know where to start. Project Casting connected me with casting calls that matched my type and experience level.” – Tanya S., Actress
Leveraging Project Casting Beyond Auditions
Educational Resources
•Blog Articles: Access tips on acting techniques, industry news, and career advice.
•Workshops and Classes: Find information on acting classes and workshops in NYC.
Community Engagement
•Forums and Groups: Participate in discussions with fellow actors.
•Social Media: Follow Project Casting on platforms like Instagram and Twitter for updates.
Staying Safe and Informed
Avoiding Scams
Project Casting strives to verify all postings, but actors should:
•Research Productions: Ensure the legitimacy of the project and casting directors.
•Never Pay to Audition: Reputable casting calls do not require payment to apply or audition.
Adhering to COVID-19 Protocols
•Stay Updated: Be aware of any health guidelines or requirements.
•Follow Instructions: Comply with any safety measures outlined in the casting call.
Conclusion
New York City is a land of endless possibilities for actors, and Project Casting serves as a valuable tool to unlock these opportunities. By providing a centralized platform for casting calls and auditions, it simplifies the search process and connects talent with the projects that suit them best. Whether you’re dreaming of gracing the Broadway stage, starring in a film, or appearing in a commercial, Project Casting can help you navigate the vibrant NYC entertainment landscape.
Take the Next Step
•Visit Project Casting Today: Start exploring casting calls in New York City at Project Casting.
•Create Your Profile: Set up a compelling profile to catch the eye of casting directors.
•Stay Persistent: The road to success requires dedication, so keep honing your craft and applying to opportunities.
Embark on your acting journey in the city that never sleeps, and let Project Casting be your guide to the spotlight.